Tag Archives: The Press Book House

Women of Words poetry events

Posted on October 27, 2016 by Debbie Robson

  The Women of Words will be a series of events held throughout November in order to raise funds for The Hunter Women’s Centre and White Ribbon Foundation. There are four events that will accompany the opening with female poets … Continue reading →

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Wrap up of Poetry at the Press Book House

Posted on August 23, 2015 by Debbie Robson

What a wonderful afternoon we had at the The Press Book House last Saturday 15th August. Thirteen very diverse, fascinating and engaging poets entertained us. Unfortunately Ivy Ireland was unable to attend due to ill health. Here’s part of my introduction: … Continue reading →

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An afternoon of poetry at the Press Book House

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Debbie Robson

Starving in a Garret and Papatuanuku Press is hosting an afternoon of poetry at the Press Book House Hunter Street, Newcastle on Saturday 15th August, 3.30 for 4pm start till 6pm. This is an open reading with each poet having … Continue reading →

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Newcastle Writer’s Festival & The Press Book House

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Debbie Robson

I’m so happy that the home of Starving in a Garrett was the host venue for two events for the festival. The first was on Friday evening as a lead up to the festival proper – the double launch of … Continue reading →

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Hanging out with criminals

Posted on March 13, 2014 by Debbie Robson

Yes, that’s what I’ll be doing at The Press Book House this Saturday from 10.30. I will be looking at photos from the police files in the marvellous book by Peter Doyle. I want to sit quietly and look at … Continue reading →

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Poetry at the Pub February 2014

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Debbie Robson

Tonight at the Wicko Park Hotel in Wickham, Newcastle guest poet Meg Dunn performed in a blaze of orange light and movement. It was wonderful to see a performance poet as experienced as Meg thrilling us with her art. According … Continue reading →

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Starving in a Garret has a new home!

Posted on December 2, 2013 by Debbie Robson

Thank God! It is lovely to have such a friendly place with good coffee where I can relax and write and do my Starving in a Garret sessions. The Press Book House is the perfect place to catch up with friends, browse … Continue reading →

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A new session on Saturday and a new location!

Posted on November 28, 2013 by Debbie Robson

I’m back after a short break (and a holiday in New Zealand) with another session of Starving in a Garret. I will be at The Press Book House https://www.facebook.com/thepressbookhouse this Saturday 30th November between 10am and approximately 11.30. I’ll have … Continue reading →

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